Cheese Ball Appetizer

1 pack cream cheese softened
1 & 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
ranch seasoning (to taste)
bacon bits (or crumbled bacon)
pepper jelly
small package slivered almonds

Mix cream cheese and cheddar. Sprinkle in ranch seasoning and almonds. Fold until mixed well. Shape into a ball or a log. Roll in bacon bits. Warm pepper jelly, stir, and pour over ball/log. Can be made a day in advance and refrigerated (pour pepper jelly over just before serving). Serve with your favorite crackers.